Sultanate of Oman, referred to as Oman for short, is a country located on the southeast coast of Arabian Peninsula in West Asia, bordering the United Arab Emirates in the northwest, Saudi Arabia in the west and Yemen in the southwest. Oman is divided into 1 1 provinces according to administrative regions, and there are 6 1 provinces in the province, with Muscat as its capital. In 202 1 year, the population of Oman was 4.49 million.

Oman is one of the oldest countries in Arabian Peninsula. It became a part of the Arab Empire in the 7th century, and 1 1 became independent at the end of the year. From 65438 to 0507, Oman was invaded by Portugal and colonized for a long time. 1649, Oman locals overthrew the Portuguese rule and established the Alibaba dynasty. 187 1 year, Britain invaded Oman and forced it to accept unequal treaties.

Oil and gas industry is a pillar industry in Oman, and oil and gas revenue accounts for 68% of the national fiscal revenue and 4 1% of the GDP. On June 9, 2000, Oman formally joined the World Trade Organization, becoming its139th member. In 20021year, the GDP was 85.9 billion USD, and the per capita GDP was 65,438 USD +0.9 million USD.

Oman's taboo:

1, Oman is an Islamic country, which prohibits eating pork and drinking alcohol, but allows diplomatic missions in Oman to import alcohol duty-free. Acts that belittle the king (such as defacing the portrait of the king or criticizing the king) will be judged disrespectful and severely punished.

2. Omani people can't use their left hand when eating, and don't gesture with your index finger or middle finger in front of others. You are not allowed to talk to, approach or take pictures of women.

3. Oman shakes hands with foreigners from non-Arab countries, but only for the same sex. Ordinary hugs and kisses in Arab countries. It is a custom in Oman to entertain guests with tea. Wherever he goes, the host always offers a cup of black tea first. Sometimes Arabic tea is also used to entertain guests.

4. Oman provides convenience for women, giving priority to women in the streets, shops or offices. Men can't squint at women or shake hands. They can only nod.